Lose yourself in Deptford Market and you’ll notice funky accent chairs in.

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London’s Retro Revival: Why Vintage Armchairs and Sofas Still Rule Retro chairs and sofas have been part of my life for years. Growing up, there was a sofa in our house that had seen it all. It was worn, patched, and squeaky, but it carried memories. In the days of smoky pubs and jazz clubs, you didn’t buy throwaway chairs. You’d keep the same chair your whole life. It’s in the weight of the wood. I rescued a battered armchair from outside a shop in Peckham.

The legs were wobbling, but the weight told me it was the real deal. It’s carried me through late nights and lazy Sundays. Each district carries its own vibe. Mayfair goes glossy, with buttoned wingbacks. Camden loves the clash, statement armchairs with mismatched sofas. Every corner tells a different story. New furniture looks dead next to vintage. Retro pieces age with dignity. They carry scratches like tattoos. Truth be told, an old funky accent chair and sofa chair means more than new gloss. Furniture should live with you.

When you walk past a glossy showroom, step into a dusty warehouse. Save a battered seat, and unusual chair let it shout London every time you sit.

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